Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
The study of human anatomy has underpinned studies in art across history and cultures. Art of anatomy today represents a foregrounding of the relationship between life sciences and art. This studio-based unit is designed to help students improve their understanding of the human body and develop an appreciation for its geometry, dynamic structure, movement, proportions and living systems inherent within. The primary tool of enquiry for this unit is drawing in its broadest scope.The unit focuses on recent advances in the life sciences both in theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thought, ethical and cultural issues and cross-disciplinary experimentation in art and science.
Students are introduced to the tradition of anatomical drawing through observation, precision drawing and lectures that discuss skeletal and muscular systems, human body proportions, human movement and expression. This unit is excellent for students within Fine Arts, Integrated Design, Music, Human Movement, Education, Medicine, Sciences and related fields.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) render observation of the tradition of anatomical drawing through precision drawing; (2) discuss skeletal and muscular systems, human body proportions, human movement and expression; and (3) explore recent advances in the life sciences both in theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thought, ethical and cultural issues and cross-disciplinary experimentation in art and science.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) folio of all studio projects completed in class and (2) major studio project. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Jon Tarry
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- One of the following: VISA1054 Art of Drawing, VISA1051 Art in the Environment, VISA1050 Art of Visualisation and Recording, VISA1052 Art of Expression, VISA1053 Video Art, IDES1000 Studio Fundamentals, VISA2214 Aesthetic Crossovers of Art and Science
or Art
or VISA2249 Art and Life Manipulation
- Incidental fees
- Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available here).
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):Fine Arts consumables (estimated cost - $75-$350). - Contact hours
- seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.